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MS HB33
Bill
Status
1/31/2017
Primary Sponsor
Earle Banks
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Corrections to directly notify the Chief of Police of Jackson before releasing any offender to the city, in addition to existing notice requirements to sheriffs and police chiefs.
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Maintains existing requirement that the director of records give written or electronic notice at least 15 days before offender release to county sheriffs and municipal police chiefs of conviction and parole locations.
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Requires clear identification of offenders convicted of arson on release notices, with sheriffs and police chiefs notifying arson investigation officials.
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Authorizes the Department of Corrections to conduct a pilot program with Jackson's Fresh Start Program to identify best services and practices for ex-offender re-entry.
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Takes effect July 1, 2017.
Legislative Description
Department of Corrections; require to provide certain notice to certain city before offender is released.
Last Action
Died In Committee
1/31/2017